Pinellas County, FL (March 29, 2020) - A 92-year-old man lost his life in a crash that took place in Pinellas County on Saturday. The crash happened on 66th Street North near 123rd Avenue around 5:50 p.m.
The Florida Highway Patrol responded to the crash scene. According to troopers, Roland E. Menard was driving an electric scooter in the center lane of the roadway when he collided with a 2014 Jeep Patriot as he made a lane change. Rescue workers arrived on scene and rushed Menard to a local hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries. The driver of the Patriot, who has not been identified, was not injured in the crash.
Police are still investigating the incident and have not released additional details at this time.
Florida car accidents take place about once every 92 seconds. A serious crash can happen in an instant and your safety and security can be threatened by the actions of a negligent driver. Each year, there are hundreds or thousands of innocent victims who lose their lives in fatal crashes throughout Florida.
Our thoughts and condolences go out to the family of Roland Menard.
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